Wedding Photography Questionnaire

Couple's Names*
Wedding Date*

MonthDayYear
Date
Ceremony Time*

:HourMinutesAM/PM Option
Ceremony Venue
Reception Venue (if different)
Please provide the exact street addresses for navigating to the following locations; Getting ready venue, ceremony venue, and reception venue.
Separate by a semi-colon if multiple addresses.
What time should Cat arrive to begin photographing?

:HourMinutesAM/PM Option
Based on your desired package, what will be Cat's departure time?

:HourMinutesAM/PM Option
Officiant's Name
What is the estimated number of expected guests?*
How many people in the bridal party?
Will you have a ring bearer and/or flower girl?
If this is a religious ceremony, what faith?
Are there any specific instructions, religious or otherwise?
Please provide a general timeline for your wedding day.
Choose one or more words that best describe the feeling you wish you achieve on your wedding day:

RomanceFunGlamourSophisticationRelaxedCelebrationOther
Choose one or more words that best describe you as a couple:

RomanticFunSoulmatesBuddiesWarmFlirtatiousIntenseOther
What words describe the Bride?

ShyOutgoingFun lovingEnergeticLaid backUnconventionalTraditionalIntenseIntrospectiveOther
What words describe the Groom?

ShyOutgoingFun lovingEnergeticLaid backUnconventionalTraditionalIntenseIntrospectiveOther
When looking at wedding images of friends, online, or in magazines, what words best describes the style you're attracted to?

NaturalRomanticStyled/StagedClassicEmotionalPlayfulDramaticArtisticModernTimelessBlack + WhiteEclecticOther
The end result of your wedding photography should be: (check as many as apply)

Lots of photos telling the complete story of our weddingCapturing the emotions of the dayArtistic detailsClose-up intimate shotsLots of candid momentsTraditional portraitsGroup shots of family and friendsDramatic stylized couple portraitsMostly images concentrating on the two of usNatural + relaxed couple portraitsInteractive couple portraitsAction shotsOther
1. If possible, try to have all of the bridal details together before the photographer arrives (dress, jewelry, shoes, bouquet, garter, veil, etc), and have a pretty hanger for the dress.

2. Please try to keep the area free of trash, bags, snacks, or anything else you don't want in your photos.

3. Allow more time than you think you need to get ready! It’s better to be safe than to feel RUSHED on your special day!
Will you be doing a "first look" with each other?*

YesNo
Will you be doing a "first look" with a parent or other special person?*

YesNo
If I have great photos of your cake, dress, the food, etc, I'd love to share them with your other amazing vendors. Only fill in what you have booked and is applicable.
Ceremony Venue
Reception Venue
Wedding Planner
Florist
Catering
Cake
DJ/Entertainment
The Dress
Groom's Attire
Bridesmaid's Attire
Groomsmen's Attire
Will you be doing a candle lighting, sand pouring, or anything else I need to know about during your ceremony?
Are there any rules or restrictions at your venue about where photographers are allowed to go during the ceremony or flash use?
Will you be asking guests to refrain from photographing during the ceremony (going hands-free) to ensure guests don't unintentionally interfere with the professional photography?
Please have one of your bridesmaids get ALL of the people you want in your family portraits rounded up as soon as the ceremony is over. If we can keep everyone on task, family formals shouldn't take too long.
Are there any special family circumstances I should be aware of in order to avoid confrontation or awkwardness?
What posed family group portraits would you like taken?
Please block off AT LEAST 15 minutes for family formals.

I agree
Please have the wedding party gathered as soon as the ceremony is over. We can begin as soon as family formals are complete. This ensures a smooth and quick process so we can get you to your reception.
Please block off AT LEAST 15 minutes for wedding party formals.

I agree
These are some of the most important pictures of the day. If you do not wish to take them before joining the reception, please schedule in time before or at sunset for your couple portraits.
Please block off AT LEAST 20 minutes for bride + groom formals.

I agree
If you wish to take your couple portraits at location other than the venue, please list here:
Will you have a formal wedding party entrance to the reception?*

YesNo
Will you and your spouse have an annouced entrance into the reception?*

YESNO
If photographing 6 hours or longer, I ask that the couple provide the photographer(s) with a meal . Do you agree?*

YesNoOther
Will you have special dances at the reception?*

First DanceFather/DaughterMother/SonNoneOther
Will you be cutting a cake?*

YesNoOther
Will you be doing a bouquet toss?*

YesNo
Will you be doing a garter toss?*

YesNo
Will there be a formal exit from the reception? If so, what kind and what time will it take place?
Will there be any other special moments at the reception that the photographers should know about?
How would you want to pay the retainer fee?*

PayPalCashCheck/Bank TransferCredit Card
Would you like to make payments towards the balance due (minus the retainer) or as a lump sum payment 2 weeks before the wedding?*

PaymentsLump Sum
If there is anything you have any questions about, I'm only a text, e-mail, phone call, or message away. I am incredibly excited you've picked me to document your wedding day!

-Cat
cat@photosparks.com 501.991.4836
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